Our Mission We transform the lives of people with disabilities, people in poverty and people facing homelessness.
Our Vision We have eradicated homelessness and are keeping New Yorkers healthy.
Our Impact With more than $275 million in services delivered annually by 1,800 dedicated staff, S:US serves tens of thousands of New Yorkers each year facing poverty, homelessness, and life with disabilities. We create pathways to rich and productive lives through high-quality housing, employment, skills-building, treatment, recovery, food security, and eviction prevention services..
Our Uniqueness Our Uniqueness lies in our ability to take what we learn on the ground and use it to change systems and impact policy. By delivering high quality services that address the complex circumstances of each person, we help transform lives, improve neighborhoods and boost future generations.
Why we´re here
At S:US, we don’t prescribe paths that define people but offer solutions that support each person’s definition of a life of purpose. When you look closely, the injustices facing our society are really a universe of highly individual obstacles. When an individual’s life is put on hold for circumstances unique to them, establishing a relationship with them is step one. It’s our guide to the services we provide. We don’t empower people. We give people the tools to empower themselves. The results: Individuals and families no longer limited by their obstacles but propelled by opportunities for a richer experience with the world. A ripple effect that extends from individuals out into their communities.
This is how we beat back stigma.
This is how we build communities.
This is how we create Opportunity for All.
Values
Continuous Quality Improvement S:US engages in an ongoing effort to improve its services and internal practices.
Respect S:US acts on its belief in the essential dignity and value of each individual by treating everyone with compassion, care and courtesy.
Maximize Individual Potential S:US works with people to help them reach their individual potential.
Supportive Culture S:US believes that people need each other to achieve their goals, and creates a supportive environment where people can share ideas and information freely, to foster creativity, communication and collaboration.
Integrity S:US is committed to acting with integrity, as demonstrated by treating people consistently, honestly and fairly to help them achieve their own goals and the goals of the agency.
